What is a monitor's refresh rate (Hz)?
The refresh rate, measured in Hertz (Hz), represents how many times per second your monitor draws a new image on the screen. A 60Hz monitor updates 60 times per second, while a 144Hz monitor updates 144 times, providing a smoother visual display and reducing input lag.
Why is a high refresh rate important for competitive gaming?
In fast-paced competitive shooters, higher Hertz give you a physical competitive advantage. It lets you see enemy movements sooner, track targets smoothly, and react faster due to minimal rendering delays.
How to change monitor refresh rate in Windows 10 & 11
Many gamers buy a high-refresh monitor only to leave Windows running at the default 60Hz. Follow these quick steps to enable max frequency:
- Right-click on an empty space on your Windows Desktop and select Display settings.
- Scroll down and click on Advanced display settings.
- Under Choose a refresh rate, open the dropdown menu and select the maximum value available (e.g. 144 Hz or 240 Hz).
- Click Keep changes to apply.
Frequently Asked Questions about Monitor Hz
¿Por qué mi monitor de 144Hz da 60Hz?
Generalmente ocurre porque Windows no aplica la frecuencia máxima automáticamente por defecto al conectarlo por primera vez, o porque estás utilizando un cable inadecuado (HDMI de versión antigua o puerto no compatible en lugar de DisplayPort).
¿Qué cable necesito para 144Hz o 240Hz?
Para garantizar la máxima tasa de refresco a resoluciones competitivas (1080p o 1440p), se recomienda utilizar un cable **DisplayPort** de versión 1.2 o superior, o en su defecto un cable **HDMI** versión 2.0 o superior.